Xrays reveal the internal structure of your spine. They allow the chiropractor to see the “blueprints” of your structure, like seeing plans to your house before making any alterations.

They enable the chiropractor to see if there are underlying disease processes in the spine or evidence of trauma. They can reveal areas of wear and tear and patterns that your body has developed to compensate for longer term issues. They also allow the chiropractor to see any congenital anomalies which are irregularities that you are born with that impact the diagnosis and method of care given. Often, congenital anomalies in the spine cannot be assessed by feel, they need to be seen.